Scripps College of Communication Stories

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Media matters

Breaking down TikTok

In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, two OHIO faculty members discuss algorithms, data privacy, disinformation and free speech.

A graphic of the 2026 Ohio Univeristy Music Industry Summit featuring keynote artists Blood Orange (Dev Hynes), The Crane Wives and Lucius.
Music Industry Summit

Eighth annual Ohio University Music Industry Summit to feature keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius and The Crane Wives

OHIO's Music Industry Summit, the premier music industry conference in the Midwest returns on April 14-16, 2026, offering something for everyone: from seasoned industry professionals to high school students and everyone in between.

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Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan

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Anniversary celebration

GRID Lab celebrates 20th anniversary

The GRID Lab will host a free open house event in celebration its 20th anniversary, showcasing undergraduate and graduate student work.

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OHIO Announcements

OHIO to hold open forums for Scripps College dean search finalists

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Donald J. Leo announces four finalists for the position of dean of the Scripps College of Communication.

College Green
OHIO Awards

OHIO Learning Communities honors instructors, leaders, advocates

Ohio University Learning Communites Programs celebrated their Fall 2025 instructors, Learning Community leaders and advocates at the annual Learning Community Programs Awards.

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Exploring podcasts

From iPod to instruction: Our expert talks podcasts

Chris Stewart's interest in podcasts took him from listener to host to instructor. In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, we explore the history and enduring popularity of a medium we have come to love.

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Alumni

How Tommy Boone turned persistence into a career at Universal Music Group

Tommy Boone blends creativity with analytics through leading teams in royalties, copyright and automation, while proving that persistence and adaptability can turn any path into a music industry success.

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OHIO Events

OHIO community invited to reception honoring Dean Scott Titsworth on March 27

The Scripps College of Communication invites the Ohio University community to a reception honoring Dean Scott Titsworth on Friday, March 27, in the Schoonover Center.

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Alumni Success

Alumnus Pavel Butorin to receive honor in fight for press freedom

Scripps alumnus Pavel Butorin and his wife, journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, will be honored with the James W. Foley Foundation’s World Press Freedom Award for their work and advocacy.

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Community Events

OHIO colleges to host regional competition for Scripps National Spelling Bee on Feb. 28

The spelling bee is open to elementary and middle school students across the region and will be held from 10 a.m. - noon in Baker University Center, Room 240/242. The public is welcome to attend.

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Student awards

Three OHIO students win cybersecurity fellowship

Three students were honored by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association with a year-long fellowship that includes professional accreditation and a scholarship.

Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ '95) and David Rudolf
Pre-Law Day

OHIO’s Pre-Law Day keynote to feature attorneys Sonya Pfeiffer and David Rudolf examining cognitive biases in high-profile trials

OHIO will host its 2026 Pre-Law Day keynote on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Athena Cinema. The keynote will feature attorneys Sonya Pfeiffer (BSJ '95) and David Rudolf.

Carly Leatherwood
OHIO Community

Leatherwood selected to join Leadership Ohio’s distinguished Class of 2026 fellows

Carly Leatherwood, who serves as Chief of Staff to OHIO President Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez, has more than 25 years of communications and marketing experience and possesses a strong background in public service.

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Alumni

From campus radio to iHeartMedia: Jon Zellner’s full-circle moment in the industry

As a Bobcat, Jon Zellner set a goal to work at all seven campus radio stations. He did that and more. His journey to president of iHeartMedia shows how passion, persistence and connection can lead to the top of the audio industry.

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